100h Yoga Studies

Full 100 hour program: February to May 2015

Individual weekends: 18 hours/module

Do you want to deepen your practice and learn more about yoga philosophy without the ‘teacher training’ part of a teacher training?

This Yoga Studies program is perfect for exploring the mysteries and practices of yoga in a comprehensive way. There is no pressure to teach yoga or any instruction on how to teach, only the pleasure and challenge of learning more about yoga.

These modules are designed for you to be able to pick and choose. Feel free to dive into all 5 sessions OR start with one or two weekends that particularly interest you. There is no prerequisite, and everyone with an interest in yoga is welcome! Click here to register!

If this program awakens your desire to teach yoga, you are invited to follow up the 100-hour Yoga Studies series with the 100-hour Teaching Skills program to earn a 200 hour teaching certificate.

Yoga Studies Curriculum

Each weekend module will also include philosophy, discussion, alignment-based asana theory and practice, pranayama and meditation. There will be take home inquiries and assignments with each module. Completion of these assignments is required if you are enrolling in the teaching skills program and seeking initial certification as a yoga teacher.

History & Foundations of Yoga: Provides groundwork for understanding the origins, history and scope of yoga and its philosophical roots that form the basis of modern-day yoga. Patanjali’s 8 limbs and the key Gods and Goddesses will also be explored. Click here to register!

Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: Uncover and demystify some of the the potent teachings of yoga. The sutras is a foundational yogic text, comprised of 196 terse statements containing ancient wisdom that holds relevance for our modern-day life. We will study the sutras through the lens of both classical and tantric yoga traditions with discussion and personal inquiry. Deepen your appreciation for the depth of yogic practice! Click here to register!

Bhagavad Gita: Explore one of yoga’s most beloved texts, the Bhagavad Gita – an epic tale of a young warrior prince who faces a big dilemma. The Gits delves into the philosophies of yoga and the ‘big questions’ of life of with discussions about karma, dharma, devotion and service. Click here to register!

Anatomy & Physiology for Yoga: This module is all about the body. You will learn about body structures such as fascia, the skeleton, key joints and muscles. Learn about the anatomy behind yoga asanas and tools to find optimal alignment in your body. We will also explore how to work with some common injuries and other health concerns. Click here to register!

Subtle Anatomy: Ancient Yogis mapped out the human body in its subtle form – that which we cannot see. This weekend we explore the subtle energies at work in our bodies including the koshas (sheaths), chakras (energetic centres), kundalini and pranas. You will also be introduced to Ayurveda, the ‘sister science of yoga’. Click here to register!

2015 Program Dates:
History & Foundations of Yoga: February 6-8
Yoga Sutras of Patanjali: March 6-8
Bhagavad Gita: April 10-12
Anatomy & Physiology for Yoga: May 1-3
Subtle Anatomy: June 5-7

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Explore one of yoga’s most beloved texts, the Bhagavad Gita. This is an epic tale of a young warrior prince in the face of a big dilemma. This story forms [...]

Event Details

Explore one of yoga’s most beloved texts, the Bhagavad Gita. This is an epic tale of a young warrior prince in the face of a big dilemma. This story forms the underpinning of many yoga philosophies and journeys through the ‘big questions’ of life of which concepts such as karma, dharma, devotion and service are explored.

This Module will also include philosophy, discussion, alignment-based asana theory and practice, pranayama and meditation.

Friday 5:00-9:00 PM
Saturday 11:00-6:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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(Friday) 5:00 pm

25apr1:00 pm- 4:00 pmAsana LabHand Balances

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Learn how to get your hands down on the earth and balance with stability. The session of will explore poses such as hand stand, [...]

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Learn how to get your hands down on the earth and balance with stability. The session of will explore poses such as hand stand, Bakasana, Astavakrasana and more. You will learn the fundamentals of good alignment and how to effectively prepare for these dynamic and empowering asanas. The Asana Lab will begin with a flow sequence to warm our bodies up. We will then look at some alignment for hands and shoulders as well as ways to stronger and more stable when we bring hands to the earth. Register Now!